The Mill on the Fleet was built in 1788 as a cotton spinning mill and restored as a visitor and exhibition centre by Dumfries and Galloway Council in the 1980s. It is also houses the Gatehouse Tourist Information Centre.

The Main Exhibition Floor

The main exhibition floor houses displays focusing on the history and heritage of Gatehouse, and exploring the Fleet Valley and surrounding areas. The Fleet Valley is a designated National Scenic Area - one of three in this part of Scotland. The displays introduce the valley and provide orientation and resources to help visitors explore the area.

The temporary exhibition galleries, have a programme of exhibitions running throughout the season.

The Café

The Mill Café provides delicious snacks, sandwiches, light meals and drinks all day. Enjoy the river and its varied wildlife from the open air terrace.

The Bookshop

The Mill Bookshop is on the second floor. Come and enjoy searching through our 20,000 plus books on a wide range of subjects.

Regional Arts and Crafts

Also on the top floor is a pop-up shop run by twenty regional artists and makers working ina range of disciplines - ceramics, textiles, prints, paintings and more.

Location

Gatehouse of Fleet is well signposted off the A75 Dumfries to Stranraer road. The Mill is situated in the centre of the town and is signposted from the main car park. There is disabled parking within the grounds of the Mill.

Open every day: 26 March - 31 October 10.00-5.00 Admission Free

The Mill on the Fleet, High Street, Gatehouse of Fleet, Castle Douglas DG7 2HS Tel: 01557 814099This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Contact Us

Front Desk & Information Centre01557 814099

Café01557 814099

AddressMill on the FleetHigh StreetGatehouse of FleetDG7 2HS

OpenThe Exhibition Floor, Information, and Bookshop is open from late March until the end of October each year.10am-5pm Daily

FREE ADMISSIONto Mill and Exhibitions

Tickets to events, concerts, and Mill Sessions can be bought online through TicketSource.

Event Tickets

Contact

Front Desk & Information Centre

01557 814099

Café01557 814099

AddressMill on the FleetHigh StreetGatehouse of FleetDG7 2HS

Opening Hours

The Exhibition Floor, Information, and Bookshop is open from late March until the end of October each year.10am-5pm Daily